The Lightning have an interesting trade target to consider from the Blue Jackets.
The Tampa Bay Lightning currently sport an 11-8-2 record and are likely to be buyers this season. It is fair to argue that their bottom six could use a boost.
When looking at potential trade targets around the league, Columbus Blue Jackets forward Mathieu Olivier stands out.
Olivier, 27, has been creating chatter as a trade candidate, and it is easy to understand why. The gritty forward is in the final season of his contract, and the rebuilding Blue Jackets are likely to be sellers this season. In addition, the 6-foot-1 winger is in the middle of a career year.
In 21 games so far this season, Olivier has seven goals, 10 points, and 72 hits. With numbers like these, Olivier has shown that he can be a solid goal-scorer in the NHL. However, at the same time, he is maintaining his incredibly physical style of play in the process. This naturally adds to his appeal, especially when the playoffs roll around.
The Lightning could use a bit more bite and secondary scoring in their lineup right now, so Olivier could be a solid player for the Bolts to take a shot on.